Ribbon

Name/Title

Ribbon

Entry/Object ID

G2020.10.6

Description

Roman striped silk grosgrain ribbon, mainly black with spaced multicolored bands, and wider red and blue bands forming borders at the ends. Ends not overcast. Evidence of being folded lengthwise into thirds along the center, and the ends are puckered and distorted, suggesting that it was used as a hat decoration. It also was the size found appealing as sashes for children. 5 1/8" x 38"

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1810 - 1830

Dimensions

Width

5-1/8 in

Length

38 in